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Trip from Arlington, TX to Whitewright, TX

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 36m

Distance

79.1 mi

127 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 29m ★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 32m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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suburban city in Tarrant County, Texas, United States

Arlington, TX

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town in Grayson and Finnin counties in Texas, United States

Whitewright, TX

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Trip Overview

This 79.1-mile drive from Arlington, TX to Whitewright, TX is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes. You'll primarily navigate on the North Central Expressway, Sam Rayburn Highway, and President George Bush Turnpike. With a projected fuel cost of around $12, this is an economical option for a short excursion. Both your starting and ending points are within the Great Plains region, suggesting a consistent landscape for this Texas journey. This route offers a straightforward travel experience, ideal for a quick getaway.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

39.6 miles from Arlington, TX

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
North Central Expressway 25.3 mi 27m
Sam Rayburn Highway 13.7 mi 15m
President George Bush Turnpike 11.5 mi 12m
State Highway 160 8.4 mi 12m
Lyndon B Johnson Freeway 6.8 mi 7m
Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway 2.6 mi 2m
Tom Landry Freeway 2.5 mi 3m
South Mesquite Street 1.2 mi 2m
Longest stretch: North Central Expressway — 25.3 mi, about 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, TX and Whitewright, TX.

1

Start on West Abram Street

93 ft · 8 sec · West Abram Street
2

Continue on West Abram Street

0.2 mi · 34 sec · West Abram Street
3

Turn left onto South Mesquite Street

1.2 mi · 2 min · South Mesquite Street
Use the left lane.
4

Turn straight onto North Center Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Center Street
5

Turn slight right

218 ft · 9 sec
Use the right lane.
6

Turn straight onto East Interstate 30

0.2 mi · 45 sec · East Interstate 30
7

Continue on East Copeland Road

0.5 mi · 55 sec · East Copeland Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
8

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 56 sec
Toward I 30 East Use the straight / left lanes.
9

Merge onto I 30

2.5 mi · 3 min · Tom Landry Freeway
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 27 sec
Exit 32A Toward PGBT North, TX 161: President George Bush Turnpike Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward PGBT North: President George Bush Turnpike Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Merge onto PGBT

11 mi · 12 min · President George Bush Turnpike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 1 min
Toward I 635 East Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Merge onto I 635

6.8 mi · 7 min · Lyndon B Johnson Freeway
Use the right lane.
15

Continue on I 635

2.6 mi · 2 min · Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway
Use the right lane.
16

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 22 sec
Exit 19A Toward US 75 North, US 75 South: McKinney, Dallas Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward US 75 North: McKinney Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
18

Merge onto US 75

25 mi · 27 min · North Central Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 44 Toward TX 121 North: Bonham Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Continue on TX 121

14 mi · 15 min · Sam Rayburn Highway
Toward TX 121 North: Bonham
21

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 45 sec
Toward TX 160: Whitewright, Blue Ridge
22

Turn left onto TX 160

8.4 mi · 12 min · State Highway 160
Use the left lane.
23

Continue on US 69

0.5 mi · 47 sec · US 69
24

Turn slight right onto FM 151

0.6 mi · 1 min · FM 151
25

Turn left onto FM 898

81 ft · 2 sec · North Bond Street
26

Arrive at destination

FM 898

Trip Plan

Given the short 1 hour and 36-minute duration, this route offers great flexibility for departure times. You likely won't need to plan for extensive stops, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the 25.3-mile stretch on North Central Expressway. The estimated fuel cost of $12 is quite low, so topping off before you leave Arlington is a practical move. Since this is a short trip, you can depart at your leisure and arrive in Whitewright without feeling rushed.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.6 miles from Arlington, TX, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.3 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 17 miles or 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 39.6 miles or 48m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 19m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Whitewright, TX than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Arlington, TX so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Arlington, TX

This is one driving day of about 79.1 miles and 1h 36m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Arlington, TX.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North Central Expressway for about 25.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Collin and Denton counties in Texas, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Plano, TX

40 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Irving, TX

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Plano, TX

Meal break

The midpoint is around 39.6 miles from Arlington, TX, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 5.5 and 55.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
5.5 mi into trip | ~10m in

Take the exit toward PGBT North, TX 161: President George Bush Turnpike

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 32A Toward PGBT North, TX 161: President George Bus...
7
5.8 mi into trip | ~10m in

Keep slight left at fork toward PGBT North: President George Bush Turnpike

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward PGBT North: President George Bush Turnpi...
8
28.6 mi into trip | ~36m in

Take the exit toward US 75 North, US 75 South: McKinney, Dallas

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 19A Toward US 75 North, US 75 South: McKinney, Dall...
7
28.9 mi into trip | ~36m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 75 North: McKinney

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward US 75 North: McKinney
7
55.1 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in

Take the exit toward TX 121 North: Bonham

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 44 Toward TX 121 North: Bonham

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.95 one way

$23.90 round trip

$3.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.20 $13.08 $26.17
premium $4.54 $14.12 $28.25
diesel $5.61 $17.46 $34.93

Estimated Tolls: $2.94

Central Expressway (25.3 mi) $2.02
President George Bush Turnpike (11.5 mi) $0.92

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Tolls

$3

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 27.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 23.7 0 $8.31 $3.80
Efficient EV 19.8 0 $6.92 $3.16
EV Truck/SUV 31.6 0 $11.07 $5.06

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (68% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Arlington, TX

Late night in Arlington on Sunday

Local time

2:29 AM

CDT

Current temp

88°F

Mostly Sunny

S 10 to 15 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Freeze Watch

Freeze Watch issued April 16 at 4:14AM CDT until April 18 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Red Flag Warning

Red Flag Warning issued April 16 at 4:13AM CDT until April 16 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Amarillo TX

Destination

Whitewright, TX

Late night in Whitewright on Sunday

Local time

2:29 AM

CDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

30 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 36m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

The character of this drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 74% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 25.3 miles on the North Central Expressway, offering a solid block of consistent travel. While largely highway, the transition between these main roads defines the journey's progression. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency and directness, rather than winding scenic byways.

74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.3 mi on North Central Expressway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North Central Expressway and Sam Rayburn Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.1 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Arlington, TX and Whitewright, TX, road signs point toward Pgbt North, Pgbt North: President George Bush Turnpike, Dallas and Blue Ridge.

Pgbt North

5.5 mi in | ~10m

Pgbt North: President George Bush Turnpike

5.8 mi in | ~10m

Dallas

28.6 mi in | ~36m

Blue Ridge

69.4 mi in | ~1h 21m

About the Cities

Starting in Arlington, TX

Full guide →

Founded 1876

Arlington is a city in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex metropolitan area, in the Prairies and Lakes region of Texas. With a population of almost 400,000 (2019), it is Texas' seventh largest, and the third largest in the Metroplex. Arlington is south of the sprawling DFW International Airport.

Top landmarks

  • • Six Flags Over Texas — amusement park
  • • Mini Mine Train — Steel roller coaster
  • • Arlington Museum of Art — art museum in Texas, United States

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 79.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 25.3 miles on North Central Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $2.94 in tolls one way, starting with Central Expressway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Whitewright, TX before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Whitewright, TX before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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